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Chief Legal Officer

Job Description:

The Chief Legal Officer is the head of the corporate legal department and is responsible for the legal affairs of the entire corporation. This role includes providing legal counsel to the board of directors, chairman of the board, chief executive officer and other senior management.

CLOs must possess strong initiative, as well as excellent management and leadership skills and strong business acumen.

An LLB or equivalent and an applicable provincial license to practice law are required.

The level of experience required for the position may vary, depending on company size.

Typical Duties of a Chief Legal Officer:

Developing and leading corporate legal strategy to promote and protect the company's matters

Developing and leading internal audit and corporate compliance programs